Fish And Wildlife Technician 2 (Pcn 11-N24088)

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Sport Fish is recruiting for a Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 located in Fairbanks!   

What you will be doing:  

The selected applicant for this position will be based in Tanana Valley Fisheries Center at the Ruth Burnett Sport Fish Hatchery in Fairbanks, where they will primarily interact with and provide information to the public who visit the facility. The incumbent will be expected to teach visitors about hatchery operations, positive impacts of sport fish enhancement programs in the Interior, and local fishing opportunities. They will also be responsible for counting and logging visitor numbers, cleaning, and re-stocking pamphlets in the visitor center, and maintaining a 5,000-gallon freshwater aquarium and those fish that live within by cleaning it and its components regularly.

Our organization, mission and culture:

The mission of the Division of Sport Fish is to protect, maintain, and improve the State's sport fisheries. In terms of our values the Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully.

This position is a great opportunity to work with staff at ADF&G. Through this position, the incumbent can gain experience with sport fish hatchery operations, public speaking, and communications and outreach.

The benefits of joining our team:

This position is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in fisheries, sport fish hatchery operations, and resource enhancement and management. Additionally, this position offers excellent opportunities to develop skills in public speaking, communications and outreach and public engagement.

The incumbent will have the opportunity to work with hatchery staff on various projects such as stocking fish and maintaining aquaria. Working as a fisheries technician offers a pathway for career advancement within ADF&G. Professional development is a priority.

The working environment you can expect:

This position is located at the Tanana Valley Fisheries Center in the Ruth Burnett Sport Fish Hatchery in Fairbanks at 1150 Wilbur Street.  The open hours of the Tanana Valley Fisheries are Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This positions daily work environment will consist of interacting with the angling public, using the computer, printer, scanner, and providing in-person tours to members of the public. The incumbent in this position will have the opportunity to assist hatchery staff inside and outside the facility during specific times.

Who we are looking for:

To be successful in the position the incumbent will need to demonstrate they possess the following core skills:

•     Excelent Customer Service Skills

•     Positive Attitude

•     Effective Communicator (oral & written)

•    Ability to Problem Solve

To view the general description and example of duties please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

Special Note:

• Valid Driver's License Required.

High school graduation or the equivalent.

OR

Three months as an entry level fish and wildlife technician or aide. With the State of Alaska, this experience is equivalent to Fish and Wildlife Technician 1.

OR

Six months of work experience involving fish, wildlife, outdoor manual labor, or in a laboratory.

Special Requirements:

Exposure to animals, insects, inclement weather, low level flying, travel by boat or skiff, or contact with drugs and chemicals may occur. Housing may consist of bunkhouses, vessels, or wall tents.

Some duties may be restricted for employees under the age of 18 in accordance with State and federal child labor laws. Positions are seasonal or temporary.

Special Note:

"High school diploma equivalent" means one of the following: 1) a GED (general educational development); 2) completion of any basic adult education course equivalent to 480 class hours (16 weeks at 30 course hours per week); 3) acceptance in full standing by an accredited college or university; or 4) highest grade of school completed plus an amount of paid or volunteer experience that totals 12 years.

An individual who will complete the educational requirements and obtain the required high school diploma or equivalent within three months may apply and be considered for a vacancy. Such applicants may be given a conditional job offer but may not be appointed until receipt of the required degree has been documented.

A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Documents requested at time of application:

• A copy of academic transcripts (unofficial are acceptable), if being used to meet the minimum qualifications.

Documents requested at time of interview, if selected:

• List of three (3) references with current daytime contact information (phone numbers)

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment. 

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

WORK EXPERIENCE

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

MULTIPLE VACANCIES

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at:

P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

NOTICE

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WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE

Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.

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For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:  

Ryan Ragan

Statewide Communications Coordinator

Phone: (907) 267-2307

ryan.ragan@alaska.gov